Sentences with phrase «of dog bites requiring»

Over 86 % of dog bites requiring a hospital visit involve unsterilized (intact) animals.

Not exact matches

There are thousands of hospital admissions for dog bites each year, many resulting in injury to the face requiring plastic surgery, and with children worst affected.

Choosing a good first dog requires a bit of research.

Because of their large size they do require quite a bit of space so not everyone can keep a dog this big.

Predictable and consistent behavior Prefers human company, especially children Relatively «directable» without training Affectionate Able to be banged around, by kids and clumsy humans Comfortable indoors and outdoors Doesn't require a lot of exercise Calm in the home; not hyperactive High drives and excellent mental focus Athletic, excellent conformation, and excellent endurance Able to take, and learn from, a correction High initiative Low fearfulness Submissive to Dominant: depends upon the nature of the work Low other - dog aggression is preferred, but not always a requirement Quiet: unless barking is needed for the work If used for protection, will follow through and bite with intention, if not used for protection, then little to no aggression in most circumstances Easily Housetrained

It is required by law that all cats, dogs, and ferrets are vaccinated for this disease, as it is easily transmitted through bites and contact with body fluids of affected animals.

We've talked about some of the common behavior reasons for returning adopted dogs that require a bit of knowledge and support.

The Snoozer Roll Around also get's high marks if you want the ease of a pull - along dog trolley that again, will fit nicely under the seat when you fly (read the reviews, this one requires a bit of fiddling to tuck it properly but everyone loves it anyway!)

A less - active Puggle will require about 540 calories on a daily basis to stay energized and healthy, while a moderately - active dog of this breed will require a bit more — somewhere around 660 calories.

Of the 4.7 million Americans bitten by dogs each year, 9,500 require hospitalization for severe dog - bite injuries.

One in five of those bites will require the attention of a medical professional, which means that approximately 885,000 people will make an appointment with their doctor each year after being bitten by a dog.

Zimmerman was apparently confounded when he was ordered to have 39 of his dogs seen by a veterinarian due to flea and fly bites that, rest assured, went above and beyond that of minor skin irritations. Indeed, since dog wardens are now outfitted with digital cameras it would be of tremendous interest to know if photographs of the doomed dogs exist. Nevertheless, Zimmerman contacted a large animal veterinarian for advice despite the fact that the state's Dog Law requires all licensed canine kennels to have documentation providing the name and contact information for the veterinarian of record who cares for the dogs. Could it be that Richard Martrich and Orlando Aguirre, the two dog wardens who had inspected the kennel over the previous six years, had overlooked this detail and is it possible that the dogs in Zimmerman's care had never been seen by a veterinaridog wardens are now outfitted with digital cameras it would be of tremendous interest to know if photographs of the doomed dogs exist. Nevertheless, Zimmerman contacted a large animal veterinarian for advice despite the fact that the state's Dog Law requires all licensed canine kennels to have documentation providing the name and contact information for the veterinarian of record who cares for the dogs. Could it be that Richard Martrich and Orlando Aguirre, the two dog wardens who had inspected the kennel over the previous six years, had overlooked this detail and is it possible that the dogs in Zimmerman's care had never been seen by a veterinariDog Law requires all licensed canine kennels to have documentation providing the name and contact information for the veterinarian of record who cares for the dogs. Could it be that Richard Martrich and Orlando Aguirre, the two dog wardens who had inspected the kennel over the previous six years, had overlooked this detail and is it possible that the dogs in Zimmerman's care had never been seen by a veterinaridog wardens who had inspected the kennel over the previous six years, had overlooked this detail and is it possible that the dogs in Zimmerman's care had never been seen by a veterinarian?

Dogs in this state, called ketoacidosis, may require a week or more of hospitalization with quite a bit of laboratory testing.

A chronic, serious deficiency in any of these micro-nutrients requires veterinary care, but if you just want to give your dog a little bit of a «boost,» zucchini is an excellent choice to support your dog's digestive and immune systems.

Because this dog is fairly active it requires a good bit of daily exercise to prevent the development of problem behaviors.

However, these dogs could require a bit of work when it comes to getting along with other animals, so even though you might fall in love with one of these pooches, you should consider all aspects of the breed's personality first.

These dogs combine the best traits of the Affenpinscher and Poodle, but they do require a bit of patience.

These dogs are not hyperactive but they do require a good bit of exercise and they are happiest when they have a job to do.

While the Poodle Yorkie mix doesn't usually shed very much, these dogs still require quite a bit of grooming because of their long coat.

But some cases may require a bit of creative thought, such as a person who has a job that makes it impossible to get home several times a day, or for a tiny dog living where the winters are brutal.

Sunday Weiss of Vista said she and her husband, a former Marine, lived in a base house in the mid-1980s when a neighbor's dog bit her daughter's ear so badly that reconstructive surgery was required.

Although dog head collars are excellent for dogs that pull, they also take some time for the dog to get used to, and therefore do require a little bit of leash training using the proper dog leash that fits them.

Almost 1 in 5 people bitten by dogs require medical attention, and by far, the most common victims of dog bites are children.

To do this requires a bit of patience, before you start any dog grooming procedures, make sure you show the grooming tools to your dog, let it sniff it a bit.

With over 160 different breeds of dogs, each having its own unique temperament, appearance, activity level and needs finding the right dog for you requires a bit of homework.

My dog is perfectly trainable, although I will admit she's a bit of an odd duck, and requires a somewhat unique approach.

Nonetheless, this dog requires quite a bit of room to run and play and may exhibit some stubborn tendencies.

Some jurisdictions — including the cities of Edmonton and Burnaby, B.C. — have laws requiring higher licensing fees for individual dogs that have histories of biting, chasing, or causing injury.

A lot of people have tons of fun with their Poodles and enjoy the extra bit of grooming that its coat requires as just another way to invest some quality time with the dog they love.

About 1 million people a year require medical attention as a result of dog bites.

Then he was walking at the dog park and another dog bit his eye and tore it, requiring $ 300 - 400 worth of vet bills.

They don't require the same kinds of exercise areas dogs do, but some kennels provide additional space for cats that enjoy wandering around a bit.

Being aware of how to take care of a puppy requires a bit of a different approach than knowing how to take care of a dog.

Over the past four decades, only a small number (5 - 10 %) Â of all reported dog bites are classified as serious (i.e., requiring suturing, surgery or hospitalization).

Golden Retrievers being bigger dogs tend to require a fair bit of good quality food.

Understanding how to train a dog does require you to do a bit of research of how dogs understand and process the world around them.

This would require a little bit of leg work and time, but there are already courses and tests called the «Good Canine Citizen», which could be implemented in the municipalities by local dog clubs.

One of our core services is to test your pooch for heartworm disease with a simple blood test (note: a test is required to start your dog on prescription heartworm medication) and we can then prescribe your dog with a medication to keep these nasty worms from developing if your dog were to get bit my an infected mosquito.

Housetraining: Formerly known as housebreaking, housetraining requires patience and a bit of ingenuity, but can be accomplished in a relatively short time — as little as a few days with dogs six months or older and often in less than two weeks with puppies 12 - 16 weeks of age.

Grooming can be a bit of a chore with an English springer spaniel, though this dog requires less work than the smaller cousins.

With so many options — and because, as Allen points out, not all dog bowls are created equal — directing customers to the feeding solution that is going to work out best for them requires a bit of friendly interrogation on the part of pet specialty retailers.

The American Humane Association estimates there are 800,000 dog bites requiring medical attention each year, which has put vicious - dog legislation at the forefront of many city and state agendas.

Although clicker training usually takes a bit longer and requires more of an owner commitment to training than punishment - based methods, owners develop a deeper connection with their dog.

This doesn't negate the issue but does require that we recognize that a much larger number of dog breeds are responsible for these horrific bites / fatalities.

Approximately 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year, and 750,000 of these incidents require medical attention.

There are an estimated 70 million dogs in the United States, and every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5 million dog bites are reported — 20 percent of which require medical attention.

This can help in shoring up basic manners training that needs a bit of refreshing or can work as «proofing» for dog performance sports where your dog may be required to comply with an exercise via verbal cue or hand signal.

According to recent statistics, one out of every six dog bite injuries requires medical care and one out of every fourteen requires emergency care.

The victims of aggressive dogs, biting dogs, and other vicious dog behavior and pet attacks may require physical therapy and extensive surgeries.

The victims of biting dogs or other animal bites may require skin grafting, reconstructive surgery, and / or physical therapy.